The Wayne County Museum will be presenting their annual Black History exhibit in collaboration with the USCT Research Team, on the little-known Black soldiers of the Civil War. The special exhibition will open on Saturday, February 20th at 10 AM. At 1 PM on opening day, local reenactors will introduce visitors to these brave African-American soldiers,…… read more »
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Wayne County Museum To Debut 135th USCT Exhibit In February
Museum Opens Its New Immigrant Exhibit Today
The Wayne County Museum debuts its newest exhibit today, Saturday, November 7. “The Immigrant Experience in Wayne County” opens to the public at 10 AM and an opening night reception is scheduled from 5 – 6:30 PM tonight. Jennifer Kuykendall, the Executive Director of the Wayne County Museum, talked about the importance of the new…… read more »
Museum’s BBQ Exhibit Ends Saturday
This is your last chance to check out the local history behind Eastern Carolina’s iconic cuisine. This Saturday, October 24, is the last day to view the popular “The Whole Hog: A History of Eastern NC Barbecue” exhibit at the Wayne County Museum. The museum is open from 10 AM – 6 PM on Saturday. The…… read more »
Wayne County Museum Receives $4,000 In NC CARES Funding
The Wayne County Historical Association and Museum has received $4,000 NC CARES: Humanities Relief Grant from the North Carolina Humanities Council. This emergency grant funding was provided to North Carolina cultural organizations experiencing hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We are extremely grateful and honored to be one of the 59 organizations selected for this…… read more »
Museum’s New Barbecue Exhibit Opens July 4
You know it’s delicious, but do you know the history of Eastern Carolina barbecue? The Wayne County Museum in Goldsboro will provide insight into the treasured local cuisine. In an interview with Jeff Farrow on Goldsboro’s Greatest Hits 1150 and 98.3, Jennifer Kuykendall, the Executive Director of the Wayne County Museum, talked about the latest…… read more »
